In this guide, we’ll be discussing the process of seeking motorbike accident compensation by making a personal injury claim. It will look at the eligibility requirements that need to be met and the evidence you can gather to support your case. Additionally, it will look at the compensation you could be awarded should you make a successful claim.
A guide to motorbike accident compensation
Additionally, we will discuss the duty of care road users owe each other and provide examples of how a motorbike accident could occur if this duty is not upheld.
Furthermore, we will look at the ways in which a No Win No Fee solicitor from our panel could help you.
For more information on the road traffic accident claims process, get in touch with an advisor. They can provide free advice and answer any questions you might have regarding your potential claim. To reach them, you can:
- Fill in our ‘make a claim’ form
- Call on 0113 460 1216
- Chat with an advisor via the live chat feature below.
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- How Much Motorbike Accident Compensation Could I Recieve?
- When Are You Able To Claim Motorbike Accident Compensation?
- What Evidence Could Help You In A Road Traffic Accident Claim?
- Make A No Win No Fee Claim Using Our Panel Of Solicitors
- Learn More About Making A Motorbike Accident Claim
How Much Motorbike Accident Compensation Could I Recieve?
After making a successful personal injury claim for a motorbike accident injury, you could be entitled to receive compensation from two separate heads. The first of these is called general damages which compensates for any pain or suffering caused as a result of your injuries.
In order to assign a value to your injuries, solicitors can refer to the compensation brackets outlined in the Judicial College Guidelines. Some of the figures from this publication have been included in the table below. However, they should only be used as a guide.
| Injury | Severity | Compensation Guideline | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brain and Head Injuries | Very Severe (a) | £282,010 to £403,990 | Injury resulting in person requiring full time nursing care, and there will be little if any evidence of a meaningful response to their environment. |
| Neck Injuries | Severe (a) (i) | In the region of £148,330 | Neck injury often associated with incomplete paraplegia. |
| Arm Amputation | Loss of One Arm (b) (i) | Not less than £137,160 | The arm is amputated at the shoulder. |
| Back Injuries | Severe (a) (iii) | £38,780 to £69,730 | Cases of lesions and fractures of discs or soft tissue injuries leading to chronic conditions are included in this bracket. |
| Elbow Injuries | Less Severe (b) | £15,650 to £32,010 | No major surgery or significant disability despite impairment of function being caused. |
| Shoulder Injuries | Serious (b) | £12,770 to £19,200 | Dislocation of the shoulder and damage to the brachial plexus causing pain. |
Special Damages In A Motorbike Accident Claim
Special damages is the second head of claim that could be included in your payout. It aims to reimburse you for any financial losses that you have experienced due to your injuries. For example, you could seek compensation for:
- Medical expenses
- Loss of earnings
- Care costs
- Travel expenses
- Cost of renovations to your home
Evidence, such as receipts, travel tickets, prescriptions, and payslips can be used to prove these losses.
For more information on the motorbike accident compensation you could be awarded after successfully claiming, get in touch with an advisor. They can provide an accurate estimate of how much your claim is worth.
When Are You Able To Claim Motorbike Accident Compensation?
In order to make a personal injury claim for motorbike accident compensation, you must have proof that the duty of care owed to you by another road user was breached and that this caused you harm. This is negligence.
The duty of care road users owe is established in The Road Traffic Act 1988. It outlines how all road users must navigate the roads and operate their vehicles in a way that prevents others and themselves from becoming injured on the road. The Highway Code also provides guidance on the responsibilities different road users have.
In some cases, a breach of this duty could occur, causing you to sustain injuries in a motorbike accident. For example:
- A car driver speeds through a red light and collides with your motorbike in a side collision. You experience a severe head injury and traumatic leg amputation as a result.
- The driver of a lorry fails to check their mirrors when overtaking on the motorway causing them to crash into you on your motorbike. As a result, you sustain a severe back injury involving damage to your spinal cord.
It’s important to note that not all instances of an accident on the road will form the basis of a valid road traffic accident claim. You need to demonstrate that negligence has occurred. To discuss your specific case and find out whether you’re eligible to seek compensation for your motorbike accident, get in touch on the number above.
What Evidence Could Help You In A Road Traffic Accident Claim?
In order to seek motorbike accident compensation, you’ll have to provide evidence to prove negligence. This can include:
- CCTV or dashcam footage of your accident.
- A diary of your treatment and any symptoms that you experience as a result of your injuries.
- Photographs of your injury and the site of the accident.
- The contact details of any potential witnesses. During the claims process, they can be asked to provide a statement.
If you’re struggling to gather evidence to support your claim, you may benefit from working with one of the personal injury solicitors from our panel. They have experience handling road traffic accident claims and can assist you in building your case and presenting it in full.
Make A No Win No Fee Claim Using Our Panel Of Solicitors
The solicitors on our panel offer a specific type of No Win No Fee agreement that allows you to access their services without paying upfront or while the claim is ongoing.
The contract they can offer is called a Conditional Fee Agreement (CFA). Under the terms of this deal, no payment is required for the work your solicitor has done on your claim if it fails.
If your claim has a successful outcome, you will need to pay your solicitor a percentage of your compensation. However, The Conditional Fee Agreements Order 2013 caps the percentage they can take. This ensures you receive the majority of your settlement.
If you’d like to learn more about having a solicitor from our panel represent your motorbike accident compensation claim, get in touch with an advisor. They can assess the validity of your case and connect you to a solicitor. Additionally, they can answer any questions you might have regarding the claims process. To get in touch, you can:
- Fill in our ‘make a claim’ form
- Call on 0113 460 1216
- Chat with an advisor via the live chat feature below.
Learn More About Making A Motorbike Accident Claim
For more of our guides relating to road traffic accident claims:
- A guide on making a car accident claim
- How to find solicitors for car accident claims
- A guide to bus accident claims
For more external resources that you might find beneficial:
- GOV – Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
- The Highway Code – Rules For Motorcyclists
- Brake – Campaign To Reduce Deaths And Serious Injuries On Roads
Thank you for reading this guide on when you could be eligible to make a personal injury claim for motorbike accident compensation and how much you could receive. If you have any other questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch using the contact details provided above.
Writer Louis Pen
Editor Meg McConnell